Initial Settlements Resolving Allegations of Unlawful DEI Reinforce Compliance Risks

Following a series of executive orders (EOs) aimed at government contractors and grant recipients over the past year addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) have announced the first settlement agreements related to allegations of illegal DEI practices by federal contractors and grant recipients.... By: Venable LLP